The Business of Expansion with Hale Schneider

What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be isn't a strategy problem — it's a frequency problem? That's the central question Sam Kukathas brings to this conversation, and his answer will likely challenge everything you think you know about growth, identity, and what it actually takes to collapse time between your current reality and your biggest vision. Sam's story is one of the...

In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer K. Hill — the "fairy godmother of human connection" — to explore her Golden Triangle of Connection framework and why self-connection is the foundation everything else is built on. We dive into heart-focused breathing, the neuroscience of why it works, and how to use it as a daily reset. Jennifer also shares her "death card year" — the sudden loss of her bu...

In this episode, I sit down with Ash Moraca , founder of Retreat and co-creator of the House of Consciousness at Davos, to explore what it looks like to bring consciousness, healing, and human flourishing into spaces shaping the future of business and society. We talk about regenerative business, conscious leadership, the tension of building in the startup world without losing your values, and why...

In this episode I interview Aggelos Mouzakitis , an integrative psychotherapist and coach for high achievers and founders who blends psychotherapy with product-growth research techniques.   Aggelos shares how user interviewing and psychology models drew him into formal training, why he delayed practicing after confronting life-and-death cases in a cancer hospital clinic, and how his own extreme su...

On today's episode I'm joined by Jaclyn Orent , who describes becoming a "cultural catalyst" and "frequency architect" after realizing her coaching produced exponential results that didn't fit conventional results-based structures.   Drawing on David Hawkins' Power vs. Force and Letting Go, she explains consciousness as the root driver of leadership, health, relationships, and business outcomes, a...

In this episode I sit down with Gil Petersil , a global community builder and networking expert.   Gil shares his transformative insights on networking, redefining it as a spiritual practice essential for conscious leaders. The conversation explores Gil's concept of quantum networking, the importance of time awareness, and practical strategies for enhancing your networking abilities.    Additional...

In this episode I'm joined by Matthieu Bonelli, founder of Conscious Leaders Dubai, for an in-depth conversation about conscious leadership.   We discuss how true leadership begins with self-awareness and the impact of the energy leaders bring into a room. Matthieu shares his journey from corporate burnout to building a conscious leadership movement in Dubai.   We go into the significance of obser...

On this episode I sit down with Kathryn Brewer , who transitioned from nearly two decades in corporate finance to a full-time career as a mystic and medium. Kathryn shares her story of burnout, a profound mystical experience, and how she embraced her new path despite societal pressures. We discuss Kathryn's spontaneous awakening, the reality of working as a full-time medium, and how she helps busi...

In this episode, I interview Joel Brierre, founder of Tandava Retreats and F.I.V.E. Education in Mexico. Joel discusses his journey of integrating deep spiritual practice with entrepreneurship, particularly focused on the powerful psychedelic 5-MeO-DMT. We explore the challenges of raising capital in a taboo industry, integrating ethics, science, and spirituality in business, and building a sustai...

In this episode I chat with Simon Goland , a somatic Enneagram coach and educator. We delve into the Enneagram, a psycho-spiritual framework that goes beyond being a personality test to help unlock unconscious patterns influencing our thoughts, leadership, and creativity. Simon provides insights into the nine personality types, how to discover one's type, and how this self-awareness can transform...

In this episode, I talk with Juan Galán, an entrepreneur who transitioned from building a six-figure business on Instagram growth and AI tools to exploring spirituality and metaphysics.   The conversation delves into Juan's personal journey marked by a breakup, a spontaneous baptism in Bali, and his evolving interests in mysticism and metaphysics.    We discuss the challenges of pivoting when a bu...

In this episode, I welcome Dave Hime , a former corporate leader turned conscious entrepreneur. Dave shares his journey of shifting from mainstream business to a more authentic and transformational way of working and creating the Gentle Mastery Method .    We discuss how he uses tools like Human Design and Gene Keys as guiding maps in his journey, and the importance of gentleness in personal trans...

In this episode, I welcome Rodrigo Bellott, a Bolivian filmmaker, playwright, and neurobiology expert. Rodrigo shares his incredible journey of becoming the first Bolivian nominated for an Academy Award at age 21, surviving a near-fatal attack, and ultimately to leading neuroscience-based training and retreats. We explore his insights on how neuroscience, art, and storytelling can unlock profound...

In this episode, I speak with Lauren Dickinson , founder of Orion Retreats , about her journey in designing transformational retreat spaces. We discuss how retreats are evolving as a business model, the importance of pricing and profitability, and Lauren's innovative retreat membership model. Lauren also shares her personal experiences and spiritual insights from Mount Shasta. This conversation is...

In this episode, I speak with Cristian Figueroa about his journey from neuroscience to spiritual healing. We delve into how Cristian found his path through Thai massage, Oracle cards, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, bridging science and spirituality. Key topics include what transformation looks like for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, integrating diverse skills, and building authentic business rel...

In this episode I sit down withwith Eva Liao, a spiritual mentor, facilitator, and podcast host, about how she helps people navigate suffering and return to truth, joy, and love. We discuss using Byron Katie's method to question limiting beliefs, and how conscious entrepreneurs can face suffering as a doorway to freedom. Eva shares insights on balancing proactive efforts with allowing life to unfo...

In this episode I speak with Olivia Mercado , a shadow work and mindset coach. Olivia delves into the importance of shadow work—a concept influenced by Carl Jung—and mindset shifts for fostering transformation, especially for entrepreneurs. We discuss her journey from graphic design to global coaching and her experience at Mindvalley in Malaysia. The conversation also explores the role of astrolog...

In this episode I speak with Dr. Joe Tafur, a family physician and author pioneering the integration of traditional Amazonian plant medicine with Western medical science. We discuss Dr. Tafur's journey from conventional medicine to Amazonian shamanism and back to clinical-based healing in the U.S., exploring the impacts of spiritual ceremony and epigenetic research on expanding consciousness.  Dr....

In this episode, I welcome   Kit Hayes , dubbed the 'Queen of Sabbaticals.' Kit shares her bold journey of quitting her advertising job at 26 to travel the world, redefining her views on work, purpose, and fulfillment. Kit describes how she founded Time Away , a company that designs personalized sabbaticals for radical realignment, emphasizing self-awareness, the power of pleasure, and creating wo...

In this episode I chat with Kristen Antonio, a therapist and coach behind The Rebel Therapist .   We discuss challenging societal norms and empowering personal growth through breaking free from conventional constraints. We dive into Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, which Kristen elaborates on, emphasizing the idea that every internal part serves a purpose. Kristen shares her own journey of t...

In this episode I welcome Neil Redding , a near futurist , technologist, thought leader, and sought-after speaker .  Neil discusses the concept of near futurism, which focuses on actionable insights from emerging technologies that are immediately practical for businesses.  We explore ideas such as conscious AI as a peer species, co-creating reality, and achieving interconnectedness between technol...

In today's episode, Therese Tierney , a business energetics coach, shares her unconventional journey from computer science to becoming a business energetics specialist. Therese discusses her unique approach, which blends energy healing, intuitive practices, and business strategy to help entrepreneurs align their inner energy with their business growth. The conversation covers overcoming common blo...

In today's episode I talk with Pam Chaloult , an intuitive mentor and business advisor with nearly 30 years of experience in social ventures and social impact.  Pam shares her journey from Hollywood to social ventures and, ultimately, intuitive mentorship. She discusses the importance of integrating spiritual growth with business practices, balancing divine masculine and feminine energies, and pra...

In this episode, I speak with Nik Wood , founder of NextUs and host of the NextUs podcast. Nik discusses his concept of 'horizon goals' for guiding personal and collective growth. We go into the importance of cultivating play, expanding one's inner game, and creating a community-driven vision for humanity.  Nik explains his structured approach to setting and achieving goals across various life are...

In today's episode, I sit down with Yasmeen Turayhi , a dynamic entrepreneur, and founder of multiple initiatives including a product marketing agency, the Gateways to Awakening podcast , and the Inner Knowing School of Intuition . Yasmeen shares her journey into the realm of intuition and energy management, elaborating on how these concepts integrate with her extensive background in marketing and...